nerol

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1. PCAs on med/surg

   nerol replied to Kdrenee's topic in Technicians

   Welcome to the medsurg world:) You will find it is very busy and its a fast paced environment. I cannot stress enough to use proper body mechanics, always raise the bed up so you are not bending over. Protect your body and wear compression stockings....

2. University of Cincinnati Accelerated program and job outlook

   nerol replied to slb25's topic in Ohio

   Hi, I know you said you have to stay in Cincy but new grads in the Middletown area earn around $23.00 per hour on day shift. You can go to UC's website and enter in the classes you would like to take and it will give you an idea of how your schedule ...

3. STNA in Dayton Ohio

   nerol replied to MommyOf20711's topic in Ohio

   Hi you can try Miami Valley Career Technology Center or see if you can find a program that will let you make payments. Good luck

4. PCT on Mother/Baby unit

   nerol replied to Scarlettz's topic in Technicians

   You can also apply for positions as a patient transporter or dietary, housekeeping just to get your foot in the door. I once felt the way you feel about medsurg but I had to make what I think was a wise choice. Some nurses are not finding jobs after ...

5. PCT on Mother/Baby unit

   nerol replied to Scarlettz's topic in Technicians

   Some of the hospitals here don't require a CNA or STNA license for employment. Check the hospital's website and see what they require. It definitely can't hurt but they can be expensive so do your research first :) Best Wishes

6. PCT on Mother/Baby unit

   nerol replied to Scarlettz's topic in Technicians

   Thanks for the info we have the same plan I will be applying to an accelerated BSN program next fall and I took the medsurg position to get my foot in the hospital door. Labor and delivery is my dream spot so I will be eligible to apply for a differe...

7. I did it and its so clear now

   nerol replied to IdianaCNA1993's topic in Pre-Nursing

   I strongly encourage you to speak with HR reps at the places you think you may want to work. In Ohio, hospitals prefer BSN prepared nurses and are requiring ADN nurses to go back to school. Proprietary School prepared nurses here are having trouble g...

8. PCT on Mother/Baby unit

   nerol replied to Scarlettz's topic in Technicians

   Hi, I currently work on a medsurg floor and I hoping to switch to a mother baby unit. Can you give me an idea of how your work shift goes? Thanks

9. Fall Semester 2012

   nerol replied to ginna121's topic in Pre-Nursing

   I am taking A&P I plus the lab and Human Nutrition this fall. Good luck to everyone, we are all one step closer:yelclap:

10. Anyone NOT feel like they got hit by a truck?

    nerol replied to ComeTogether's topic in CNA/MA

    I have been doing this for only 3 months on a medsurg floor. I was hoping my body would begin to adjust but from what I am reading on here it doesn't appear as if that will happen any time soon. People keep saying to soak in epsom salt also. I have o...

11. L&D NA/PCA What do I need to know?

    nerol replied to Nolli's topic in Technicians

    Hi Starry, can you give me an idea of what your shift/duites are like? Thanks

12. Announce that you passed your CNA exam here!

    nerol replied to jb2u's topic in CNA/MA

    Yay officially a STNA!!! Skills: Handwashing, Denture Care, Occupied Bed, Vest Restraint in Bed & Antiembolic Stocking

13. EMT - B with nursing school?!

    nerol replied to keegs13's topic in Pre-Nursing

    This is good info, it just so happens I am starting my EMT-B course next week and I am waiting to see if I have been accepted to a nursing program which will start in January. I figured it couldn't hurt plus it only takes 1 quarter to completeJ

14. Starting CNA Class tomorrow!

    nerol replied to lmims2580's topic in CNA/MA

    Hi, I just started my CNA course last week. It is really nice, there is a lot of info to learn. We pretty much do a chapter a day then practice our skills. I would say stay on top of readings, read ahead if you can and practice your skills at home so...

15. CNA starting wage?

    nerol replied to nowayis's topic in CNA/MA

    I have heard this varies. I saw a posting in Ohio and the fed gov't was offering $16/hr but that was without benefits. I have friends who started around $12/hr or so in the hospital setting. If you are state tested that will boost your earning potent...